Team News

LA Galaxy could have four missing as goalkeeper Brian Perk is out, while Todd Dunivant and Edson Buddle are both doubtful. Bradford Jamieson IV will still require tests before the game to see if he’s recovered from a concussion picked up while with the US Under-20’s.

Portland Timbers could be without up to four players too. Ben Zemanski is out, while Diego Valeri, Dairon Asprilla and Alvas Powell are all doubts.

Key Points

LA Galaxy’s last five: W/D/L/D/W

Portland Timbers’ last five in MLS: L/W/W/W/W

Key Stat: LA Galaxy are undefeated in 27 of their last 28 home games in Major League Soccer.

Key Player: Gyasi Zardes – The pacey forward netted his fourth of the season last weekend and has a real chance to show can provide against tough opposition here.